Paralegal/Legal Assistant (Private Client)

Executive Network Legal Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal services firm in Worcestershire is seeking a Private Client Paralegal/Legal Assistant. The role involves supporting fee earners in estate administration and legal documentation. Candidates should have at least 1 year of experience, excellent communication skills, and a passion for client care. The position offers competitive salary between £25,000 to £27,000, with benefits including holidays, pension, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

23 days holiday plus UK bank holidays

Pension scheme after probation

Sick pay

Parking provided

Discount on legal fees

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a relevant role.
• Ability to handle estate administration and legal documentation.
• Self-motivated with a genuine interest in career progression.

Responsibilities

• Support fee earners with estate administration and will drafting.
• Ensure accuracy and attention to detail in legal documents.
• Manage deadlines and work proactively.

Skills

Good drafting skills

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Team working skills

Good time management

Job description

Overview

Private Client Paralegal/Legal Assistant, Worcestershire, 1+ experience, £25,000 to £27,000. To join this expanding private client department. There are also opportunities to develop your career in legal services and progression within the firm. Generous salaries, productive working environment, inspiring peer group and a caring culture. There is so much more to tell you about this exciting career opportunity, so call me and we can discuss in further detail. Call 0121 454 1004 or email [e-mail], Job Ref:1687.

Responsibilities

• You will be joining this expanding private client department supporting fee earners handling estate administration, will drafting, tax planning, creation & management of trusts and preparation of lasting powers of attorney.
• You must have good drafting skills across a wide range of legal documents, placing particular importance on accuracy and attention to detail.
• Good listening and problem solving skills; excellent communication skills, both in written and spoken form, and ability to communicate technical and complex subjects.
• Passion for client care and service, motivated and organised. Be able to deal with work proactively and to work on own initiative, plus problem solving abilities.
• Team working skills are essential. Good time management and ability to meet deadlines. Self-motivated and genuinely interested in career progression within the firm.

Benefits

• 23 days holiday plus UK bank holiday; plus ex gratia days (birthday and Christmas), pension scheme (after probation period met), parking provided, sick pay, discount on some legal fees (subject to qualifying conditions being met).

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